Cave Falls Run
Class III TO III+ Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 789 CFS
Runnable44°, Rain/Snow
The Cave Falls Run on the Falls River in Idaho is a challenging Class IV-V river run, with plenty of obstacles to navigate, including tight slots, large drops, and steep rapids. This section of water is best run in late spring or early summer when the water levels are high, with a recommended CFS of 1000-2000 for a thrilling ride. This is not a run for beginner or intermediate paddlers, as the currents are powerful and unpredictable, but experienced rafters and kayakers will find plenty of excitement and thrills on this challenging stretch of river.
Weather today, Snow showers before 10am, then rain and snow showers between 10am and 4pm, then rain showers after 4pm. Some thunder is also possible. High near 44. South southwest wind 10 to 16 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
Status | Runnable |
Class Level | III to III+ |
Elevation | 5,596 ft |
Run Length | 14.0 Mi |
Streamflow Discharge | 789 cfs |
Gauge Height | 1.6 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Falls River Nr Squirrel Id
USGS 13047500 |